How does one turn around the vibes of an entire country after coming two excruciating outs away from winning the World Series? How about by signing the best pitcher on the free-agent market?
Right-hander Dylan Cease and the Toronto Blue Jays are in agreement on a seven-year, $210 million contract, pending a physical, sources tell ESPN. The defending American League champions get one of the best arms on the free agent market.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) November 26, 2025
Indeed, Dylan Cease is joining the reigning AL pennant-winners on a seven-year, $210 million contract that stands as the second-largest contract in franchise history at the time of signing.